Steve, You raise an interesting point. I have no idea if using SSNs for genealogical purposes is illegal. (Although I do record SSNs, I never publish those in a report.) However, have you ever tried to obtain a "free credit report" as is now available online as required by Federal law? The websites I've seen plainly ask for your SSN for "identification purposes." That is illegal. I find it ironic that the Congress passed a law prohibiting states from using SSNs on drivers licenses, but refuses to address the blatant misuse of SSNs by retail companies and credit bureaus. Once a thief has your SSN, all kinds of problems can arise.
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